Women's Issues Therapists in Steinbach, MB

Elena Temelkova
Elena Temelkova

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

Life is beautiful, but it comes with pain. I believe our role here on earth is to become the highest version of ourselves and we all hold the means to do so. I always tell myself, "It's okay, this is your first time here. Take it slow. You are not supposed to be perfect, you are learning everything for the first time". Sometimes things happen that don't make any sense and we as humans can find ...

Tanya Vall
Tanya Vall

Registered Therapeutic Counsellor

Virtual

I’m Tanya, a warm, laid-back, trauma-informed counsellor who believes therapy should feel human. I’m your biggest cheerleader, offering a space where you can be yourself without judgment. I support adults navigating anxiety, burnout, grief, relationships, and life’s transitions. Together, we’ll explore patterns, build self-understanding, and find ways to feel more grounded. Come as you are.

Anna Gwozdz - Bespoke Clinical Counselling

Certified Psychotherapist & Clinical Counsellor (CCC | HonMACP | BAPsych)

Virtual

At Bespoke Clinical Counselling, Anna will take the time and care to learn who you are and what you need. She will develop a treatment plan and therapeutic approach tailored to you to ensure that your precise concerns are heard and your goals are met. Let Anna help you develop communication, boundaries, emotional regulation, self-love, and so much more. Let her join you on your path.

Emma Laughlan
Emma Laughlan

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

I work with children (10+), teens, and adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted by the pressure to get everything “right.” You may be stuck in overthinking, people‑pleasing, panic symptoms, health anxiety, or relationship patterns that leave you doubting yourself. On the outside, you might appear high‑achieving and capable. Inside, you feel tense, self‑critical, or never quite enough.

Christine Nichols
Christine Nichols

Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)

Virtual

You deserve the peace that comes with living authentically. On your journey to finding your purpose, you may be experiencing stress, anxiety, low-mood, or challenges with your self-worth. These experiences can make life feel overwhelming, and it’s easy to feel disconnected from the person you truly are. A better, more connected life is possible. As your therapist, I provide a genuine, compassion…

Ariel Dasrath
Ariel Dasrath

Registered Psychotherapist

Virtual

With so many elements that shape who we are and how we navigate the world, how can we expect mental health treatment to focus on only one at a time? Creating the space for nuanced conversations, MargINs Psychotherapy focuses on culturally responsive practices, primarily catering to intersectionally marginalized populations.

Bonnie Koehn
Bonnie Koehn

Registered Clinical Counsellor, Certified Canadian Counsellor

Virtual

My practice is grounded in a holistic and non-pathologizing approach that is client-centered, trauma-informed, and strengths-based. I offer authentically compassionate and accepting therapy so you can feel free to be yourself. My clients attend virtual therapy from their preferred location- whether that’s the comfort of home, a walk in the park, or over lunch break at work.

Charmaine MacCuspic
Charmaine MacCuspic

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Virtual

Hi, I’m Charmaine, a Canadian Certified Counsellor with over a decade of experience supporting families. I offer a warm, compassionate space with room for humour, helping clients navigate parenting, motherhood, life transitions, stress and difficult moments. My approach draws on attachment, mindfulness and Internal Family Systems.

Tabitha Brown
Tabitha Brown

Canadian Certified Counsellor

Virtual

I am a person-centered, solution-focused counselling therapist dedicated to helping individuals recognize their strengths and unlock their true potential. I offer virtual counselling services, providing flexible and accessible support wherever you are. My goal is to make counselling feel approachable, supportive, and easy to integrate into your life. My work focuses on helping clients understand…

Steinbach Therapists at a Glance

Number of therapists listed

9

Average years in practice

3 Years

Currently accepting new clients

100 %

Therapists in Steinbach who prioritize treating:

100% Women's Issues
56% Relationship Issues
56% Trauma and PTSD
44% Anxiety
33% Family Conflict
22% Depression
22% Emotional Dysregulation
22% 2SLGBTQI+

How therapists see their clients

100% Online Only

Top therapy approaches used in Steinbach:

56% Person-Centered
56% Trauma Focused
44% Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
44% Dialectical Behaviour (DBT)
44% Somatic
44% Strength-Based
33% Attachment-based
33% Compassion Focused

Frequently Asked Questions About Women's Issues

What does "women's issues" mean in a therapy context?

Therapy for women's issues addresses the mental health challenges and life experiences that are particularly relevant to women's lives — including reproductive health (pregnancy, postpartum, menopause, fertility), body image, trauma and sexual violence, relationship and caregiving roles, workplace gender dynamics, identity across life stages, and the intersection of gender with race, culture, and sexuality. These are not "smaller" issues — they reflect real experiences shaped by both biology and social context.

When should a woman consider seeing a therapist who specializes in women's issues?

A women's issues specialist may be particularly valuable when you are navigating postpartum depression or anxiety, perimenopause or menopause, infertility grief, sexual trauma, body image or eating concerns, the mental load of caregiving, gender-based workplace stress, or a life transition tied to gender and identity. Many women also simply feel more comfortable processing certain experiences with a therapist who they feel will understand the gendered dimensions of their lives without needing to explain the context.

What is feminist therapy and how is it relevant to women?

Feminist therapy is an approach that explicitly considers the impact of gender, power, and social context on mental health. It challenges traditional therapy models that may pathologize responses to structural inequity and instead validates women's experiences as shaped partly by the social environment they live in. Feminist therapy promotes empowerment, authentic voice, and equality within the therapeutic relationship. It is relevant for any woman — not only those who identify as feminist.

How does postpartum depression differ from "baby blues"?

Baby blues — mild mood fluctuations, tearfulness, and fatigue in the first week or two after birth — affect up to 80% of new mothers and typically resolve on their own. Postpartum depression is more persistent, intense, and disabling, lasting beyond two weeks and significantly interfering with the ability to care for the baby or oneself. It affects approximately 10–20% of Canadian new mothers and is highly treatable with therapy, support, and sometimes medication. Postpartum anxiety, OCD, and psychosis are also recognized postpartum conditions.

Do I need to identify with a specific political or social viewpoint to benefit from women's therapy?

Not at all. Therapy for women's issues is simply therapy that acknowledges the specific experiences, pressures, and life events that are particularly relevant to women — it is not ideologically prescriptive. Women of any political view, cultural background, or religious tradition benefit from a therapist who understands these dimensions. What matters most is that you feel seen, understood, and supported in the context of your actual life.